Events and tours from outside organizations.
Before Davis Monthan, there was Fort Lowell! This walking tour covers the history of the land, people, and fort structures that played a huge part in the development of modern Tucson during the Apache Wars, America’s longest-running military conflict. This 2-hour leisurely walk is just under a mile. It will feature the adobe ruins of […]
As America’s Semiquincentennial celebration continues, the Oro Valley Historical Society presents the third part of its annual exhibit at the Pusch House Museum in Steam Pump Ranch. America Semiquincentennial and the Town of Oro Valley reflects on the nation’s founding struggles, Arizona’s path to statehood, and the Town’s own early challenges. Volunteers will be on […]
Every Saturday and Sunday, $7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour Twilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791. Boat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake […]
Since ASARCO opened their doors in 1997, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. ASARCO invites you to take our free self-guided […]
Since we opened our doors in 1997, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. We invite you to take our free self-guided […]
The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to civilization, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.' Join the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours […]
The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to civilization, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ Join the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours […]
Join yoga instructors, Sarah Bayze & Jen Rischard, in this 90 minute all-levels yoga class exploring Virya in honor of Earth Day! Virya = right effort. How we use our energy matters, for our bodies and our planet. Virya is effort guided by wisdom. Earth Day reminds us that our effort matters — how we walk, what we consume, how we […]
This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins at Tucson's Mission Gardens and includes the sites of the former Spanish mission and […]
This family friendly event celebrates 4000+ years of indigenous culture in Tucson through art, food, and performances. Presentation:Brandon Varela, Director of the Old Pascua Museum and Yaqui Culture Center, will discuss the significance of the Deer Dance to the Yaqui (Yoeme) people. Performances:Yaqui Deer Dancers from the Old Pascua community Demonstrations/vendors may include:Pottery, silversmithing, gourd […]
Along the 850-mile Arizona Trail from Utah to Mexico, climate change is reshaping ecosystems and communities across the Southwest. In fall 2025, Arizona Republic climate reporter and ecologist Joan Meiners spent seven weeks mountain biking the entire trail to document these changes and explore solutions with scientists, tribes, and local experts. Through vivid photos, video, […]
Escape the heat and join Mauro Trejo on an after-dark and unique and macabre tour that covers some of the most memorable deaths that have taken place in Tucson’s history. From executions to suicides, and gunfights to accidents, this 2 mile tour will take you back in time to some of Tucson’s most fascinating tragedies. […]